Joe Lorenzo
Bio
Joe Lorenzo started his career in NYC, where he worked in a Management Development firm. Joe cultivated some of today’s hottest young actors, and writers. In September 2002, Joe moved to Los Angeles, for a position in a Talent Management Company.
In November 2003, Joe started his own Management Company, called JMA- Joseph Michael & Associates. JMA/ Joe Lorenzo represent Above the Line, and Below the Line talent, including such actors as EG Daily ( noted for her on-camera work, as well as being one of the highest grossing voice-over actors of all time/ “Tommy Pickles” of The Rugrats, “Buttercup” of The Powerpuff Girls, “Baby Mumbles” of Happy Feet, “Louie the Duck” of Ducktales, and more!); Louis Moyle (7 yrs. Old) ( “My Name is Earl”), Nielen Benvegnu (15 yrs. Old) (Tarik in “The Sandlot 2”, and “Womens Murder Club” on ABC ), Amy & Zoe Schlagel(7 yrs. Old) (Lead/ “The Year of the Dog” for Paramount; which garnered the twin girls a 3 picture deal with the studio/ Paramount), outside of that 3 picture deal, they recently filmed the LEAD role in Bob Yari’s {“Crash”}, new movie “Christmas in Wonderland”opposite Patrick Swayze in his last role; Kate Orsini (“General Hospital”); Ben Easter (“I Will Always Know What You Did Last Summer”) Tyler Blackburn (“Pretty Little Liars” & “Roswell” on CW); Kara Crane (“Disney 365, Disneys Minutemen”); Joel Rush (“Days of our Lives” & “Tyler Perrys If Loving You Is Wrong”); Aimee Lynn Chadwick (“Disneys Prom” & “Cinderella Story”); Lindsey Haun (“HBO’s True Blood”); Michael King (“ABC’s Last Resort”); Breanna Yde (“Nickelodeon’s Haunted Hathaways, & School of Rock”); Ajiona Alexus (“Netflix 13 Reasons Why” and “FOX’s Empire”); Sydney Sweeney (“HBO’s “White Lotus”, “Euphoria”, and “Sharp Objects”); Taylor Zakhar Perez (Netflix “The Kissing Booth”), and such kids shows as “Zoey 101”, “The Suite Life Of Zack and Cody”, and the ever so popular “Hannah Montana”, and “Austin and Ally”; and more! Such writers as Riley Weston noted for her work on “Felicity”, DISNEY (“The Youngest Writer Ever to Ink Deal w/ Disney as seen on DATELINE”), ABC, and more.
In 2006 Joe Lorenzo changed the name of his company to Society Entertainment, in continued efforts in the fields of packaging, and producing. With Joe’s background as a Casting Director (cast over 30 films), Joe has the capabilities to get Name Talent, Name Directors, and Recognized Writers on to projects he is producing. Joe Lorenzo packaged 4 films in 2005, including the Feature Film, “Girls Club” w/ Jaime King, and the Television Movie of the Week, “Christmas at Waters Edge”, w/ Keisha Knight Pulliam (“Rudy” from The Cosby Show), for ABC. In 2006, Joe produced “Rocker” a low budget indie with his client as the writer and the star. In recent years he produced the feature films “Next of Kin” in Los Angeles, “Boston Girls”, in Boston Mass, “The No-Sit List”aka “Babysitters Beware”, in Los Angeles, a kid’s movie in the vein of Dennis the Menace meets Home Alone, summer of 2011 he produced “Open Road” a coming of age drama with Camilla Belle, Juliette Lewis, and Andy Garcia, lastly Joe is currently in development on “The Wind In The Willows” based on the popular children’s novel.
In 2012, with Social Media growing into the number one online marketing tool, Joe Lorenzo & Society Entertainment opened a division specializing in managing Talent, Brands, Corporations, Charities, and Local Businesses. Through social media Joe is able to increase brand awareness, fans, relevance for any type of entity listed above. Society Entertainment currently represents a hat line, a day spa (national), 2 local charities, 2 local restaurants, a nightclub, a national solar panel company, and a premium Vodka, and more.
In 2017, the acclaimed talent professional opened Society Performers Academy to give all kids ages 6–18+ the opportunity to train, coach, develop their craft, obtain valuable marketing materials and provide them with the tools necessary to meet agents, managers and casting directors. With Joe’s 20+ career in entertainment, he brings his strong relationships with top talent agents/ managers/ casting directors et al, to young performers starting out…
Lastly Joe is on the board of several charities in Los Angeles, and nationally, and WAS AWARDED THE “GOOD NEIGHBOR” AWARD SPONSORED BY STATE FARM 2013.
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Joe Lorenzo Winning LGBT Good Neighbor Award
Michael McGrath
Bio
Michael McGrath brings a keen eye for talent, a lifelong background in creative arts, and 15 years of industry experience. Having worked closely with John Stevens on numerous projects specifically within youth talent evaluations for castings and program placement. Michael is a passionate communicator who knows first-hand, and from a young age the desire and hard work one must put in to achieve their dreams.
Sienna Bartels
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Sienna Bartels is an English as a Second Language Teacher and Digital Marketing Consultant from Vancouver British Columbia. She has over 6 years of experience working with children and families in education and afterschool mentorship programs. In addition, she has been working under Michael McGrath, a leader in TV/Film talent scouting for several years. Along with her work in education and talent scouting, Sienna also has experience as a Digital Marketer and her expertise focuses on social media marketing, web design, and customer engagement. Sienna is dedicated to helping children reach their goals and realize their passions, while working closely with parents to find the support that best suits their needs. Sienna is passionate about creative arts and enjoys painting and dancing as a form of self expression.
Anne Leveille
Bio
My name is Anne Ruth Leveille and I am 19 years old. I am currently residing in Vancouver, BC. I was born in Winnipeg, MB and moved to BC in 2021!
I recently completed Harbour Dance's Intensive Training program and have fallen in love with the Vancouver dance community, and everything it has to offer. I have a reputation for being professional, and I am confident in my abilities as an artist and team member. Learning from Moe Brody personally and watching her lead and direct has taught me a lot about where I'd like to see myself in the future.
I was literally born to dance as my home studio in Winnipeg, Encore Studios, was started by my mom where she continues as the Artistic Director/Owner today. She has played a huge role in my passion & knowledge of dance, and ensured I had my R.A.D. Intermediate at an early age as she is a stickler for technique. However I loved taking classes in various genres. As a full-time competitive dancer, I have been strongly influenced in hip hop by my teacher/mentor, Alemar Regala.
I started teaching at the age of 15 and continue to teach locally, as well as choreographing both here and at Encore Studios in Winnipeg. Choreography is a way to express myself, and a way to collaborate with dancers on a unique level.
At the age of 6, I found a love for being in front of the camera and started auditioning for film and tv. I trained in Toronto, Los Angeles & Winnipeg for acting, and have been in various stage productions and movies as background, supporting, and lead roles.
I see myself continuing to train and perform within the dance community, working in Film/Television, as well as live performances. I am passionate about travel and would love to perform on stage in front of larger audiences both here and abroad.
Clarence Sponagle
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Clarence Sponagle is a Nova Scotian born actor. He is the recipient of the prestigious Jessie Richardson Theatre Award for an Actor in a Leading Role, for his work in the world premiere of THE SHOOTING STAGE. A graduate of Studio 58 in Vancouver, BC, his numerous stage credits have allowed him to perform all across Canada, with a few stops in America along the way. Clarence also received critical praise for his work in the film, EIGHTEEN, in which Sponagle received an honourable mention at The Vancouver Leo Awards in 2006. His other favourite work includes TWO WEEKS, TWICE A YEAR, in which he was nominated for a Dora Mavor Moore Theatre Award for an Actor in a Leading Role. Mr Sponagle's film work can be seen in several television series, short and feature length films. He is an activist for both animals and humans.
Jada Chang
Bio
Jada Chang is a BC born dancer and choreographer. With experience ranging from RAD ballet and pointe to jazz funk, she brings a range of style to her classes. Jada has competed at a range of festivals and competitions as well as performed in many community events like Mingle of The Jingles and West Van Days. She has also been in multiple creative concept videos directed by notable choreographer, Chanel Lacasse. Her teaching experience began at 14, assisting classes with multiple age groups and styles, learning from her studio's teachers. Jada hopes to inspire students and build their confidence as individuals in a safe space where they are free to learn and grow as well rounded performers.
Mac Dale
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Mac Dale was born in Ottawa, ON. Before he began his professional acting career in film and television, he fell in love with the theatre. Notably, Mac received best actor in the Ontario Drama Festival and was a two time finalist at the Canadian Improv Games. His professional TV/Film career includes performances on "Paranormal Witness", Motive's and Murders: Cracking The Case", "Ash & Dust", and the soon to be released "Therapy Nightmares". This holiday season, Mac can be seen sharing a scene with Madelaine Petsch (Riverdale) and Jamison Belushi (The Last Summer) in Hotel For The Holidays, an Amazon Prime Original to be released this holiday season.
Michael Mazzei
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Graduated from Humber College Acting For Film & Television program with honours Michael Mazzei is a talented young actor with amazing aspirations for his future in the industry. He’s been signed to a couple of well known agency’s across Toronto and has been on the likes of Disney Channel, YTV and the Discovery Channel.
Michael not only has a massive love for acting but also believes an actor should explore all parts of the industry whether it be writing or directing. Everyone has there story’s and reasonings for what made them want to become an actor, and for Michael it was and I quote “something that I got into because of bullying, because I never felt like I could be myself. I found acting and fell in love with playing a variety of different characters. I never wanted to be myself, but rather play a character who was stronger and more confident until I realized later on in life that even characters themselves have their ups and downs and most if not all of them reach their goal at the end of the story and for me, where I am now -I believe I have found that love and respect for myself that I couldn’t find before, and it wouldn’t have happened if I didn’t immerse myself into this crazy, goofy world I call acting”.
